Amber Hikes, the executive director of the Office of LGBT Affairs, has been named one of Out Magazine's 100 most influential people of the year. Hikes, best known nationally for her move to include black and brown colors on Philly's pride flag to represent people of color, has been tasked with addressing the lack of inclusion and racism within the LGBTQ community in Philadelphia since she joined the office in early 2017. "After the mind-blowing impact of the More Color More Pride flag my office introduced in June 2017, it's been humbling to witness people all over the country and world having honest, and often challenging, conversations about the reality of racism within our own community," she told Out. "This past year, I watched us move beyond the symbolism of the added stripes and to the task of real inclusion — beginning with interrogating the systems that serve to oppress so many of us."Hikes is a social worker and community organizer, who was working as the … [Read more...] about Philly’s Amber Hikes named one of Out Magazine’s 100 most influential LGBTQ people of the year
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Outlook Traveller magazine lists five best Vietnamese foods you need to try
Pho, goi cuon, bun cha, cao lau, banh mi are just few of the best foods in Vietnam that you cannot miss out on eating if you find yourself in Vietnam, Sharmistha Chaudhuri wrote in an article published on Outlook Traveller, India’s No.1 travel magazine and website. Sharmistha Chaudhuri advises travelers that Vietnam is a treasure trove of delicacies. Fresh seafood that still leaves a hint of the sea in your mouth, to smoky and charred meats, a delicate broth which is sublime for breakfasts to hearty sandwiches to fuel your body at any time of the day - Vietnam offers too many food options to hungry travelers. The writer named pho the number one dish among the five street foods across Vietnam. “The simple chicken or meat broth is peppered with spring onions, coriander, noodles, and meat. It’s accompanied by chili, lime, garlic and sauces to flavor the broth with. I can’t tell you how good it is. I’ve had pho before many, many times but the refreshing … [Read more...] about Outlook Traveller magazine lists five best Vietnamese foods you need to try
Charles’ red squirrel ‘infatuation’ revealed in Country Life magazine
News / UK and world by Press Association November 14, 2018, 12:03 am FacebookTwitterLinkedInWhatsAppEmail Sign up to our Daily newsletter The Prince of Wales has spoken of his passion for cooking grouse and how he lets red squirrels run around his home. Charles has edited the latest edition of Country Life and reveals in the magazine how he leaves nuts for the “incredibly special creatures” to find in his jacket pockets. He has created a variation on the famous Greek dish moussaka substituting grouse for lamb and calling it “groussaka” – and talks to his rare breed turkeys. Despite being endangered in England red squirrels populate large parts of Scotland and Charles describes how they visit his Birkhall home on the Queen’s Balmoral estate. Writing in the magazine the prince, who is patron of the Red Squirrel Survival Trust, says: “They come into the house at Birkhall and we get them chasing each other round and round the … [Read more...] about Charles’ red squirrel ‘infatuation’ revealed in Country Life magazine
People are asking why GQ used quotation marks to name Serena Williams as ‘Woman’ of the Year, and the magazine has responded
Alan Dawson, provided by Published 5:15 am PST, Tuesday, November 13, 2018 Serena Williams was named as the GQ Woman of the year for 2018. Serena Williams was named as the GQ Woman of the year for 2018. Photo: Julian Finney, Getty Images This is the 23rd in an occasional series highlighting noteworthy celebrities and how their fashion sense develops over the years. Serena Williams, left, is seen here with her sister Venus at the 2000 Teen Choice Awards on Aug. 6, 2000. Now 29, Serena Williams is considered one of the most fashion-conscious athletes in modern history. In this gallery, we'll take a look at how her style has grown and matured sijnce the start of the last decade. less This is the 23rd in an occasional series highlighting noteworthy celebrities and how their fashion sense develops over the years. Serena Williams, left, is seen here with her sister Venus at the 2000 Teen ... more … [Read more...] about People are asking why GQ used quotation marks to name Serena Williams as ‘Woman’ of the Year, and the magazine has responded
Fortune Magazine sold to Chatchaval Jiaravanon, Meredith announces today
Media and publishing giant Meredith Corp. says it is selling its Fortune brand for $150 million in cash to Thai businessman Chatchaval Jiaravanon. The deal, subject to regulatory approval, is expected to close by the end of the year. Meredith said Friday it will use the proceeds to pay down debt. The brand will be bought by Fortune Media Group, which is owned outright by Thai businessman Chatchaval Jiaravanon, a part owner of the international conglomerate Charoen Pokphand Group. "The demand for high quality business information is growing, and with further committed investment in technology and brilliant journalism, we believe the outlook for further profitable growth is excellent both for the publication and the events business," Jiaravanon said in a statement. Meredith, based in Des Moines, Iowa, had acquired Fortune as part of its purchase of Time Inc., which closed early this year. Meredith then sold Time magazine in October to Marc Benioff and his wife, Lynne. Marc Benioff … [Read more...] about Fortune Magazine sold to Chatchaval Jiaravanon, Meredith announces today